I’ve had my pair of Vivobarefoot Mens Ultra Trail Running Shoes lashed to my backpack for the last ten trips and I barely notice them! They are about as light as you can get without taking off your shoes and they easily offer enough support and comfort as camp shoes. They can even be used for creek crossings but keep in mind they […]
MOUNT ROGERS/GRAYSON HIGHLANDS 2 NIGHT TRIP 8/8/14 THRU 8/10/14
It was raining Friday when we began this hike and didn’t stop until Saturday evening. We were grateful for Thomas Knob Shelter because by the time we got there it was pouring down rain and it saved us from putting up our tents in the rain. It’s a two floor shelter and there was a crew on […]
SEA TO SUMMIT ULTRA-SIL NYLON TARP-PONCHO AND NYLON TARP-PONCHO
I’m not sure if anyone else out there likes these as much as I do but I’ve taken my Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Nylon poncho tarp on nearly every backpack trip for the last two years and it has really come in […]
MY BELOVED SAWYER MINI WATER FILTER!
Introducing Basin and Range: Live in the Basins, Retreat to the Ranges, Clothing for Both. I’m very thankful to Sawyer Products for coming out with this water filter, or any of their filters to be honest. I have three Sawyer filters altogether and they are all outstanding. Their simplicity and size is the attraction for me and I’m sure […]
MT ROGERS-GRAYSON HIGHLANDS TWO NIGHT TRIP 7/4/14 – 7/6/14
ULA Equipment Backpacks – FREE US Shipping on ALL Orders!! Happy Trails! I did this hike twice this year and it was great both times. I’ve included some information below regarding the hike and campsites that pertain to my 7/4/14 thru 7/6/14 hike. The weather was great, not too hot and not too cold and […]


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